Pokemon Sword And Shield Reveals New Characters Including A Gym Leader

Gym Leaders confirmed!

Today’s Pokemon direct was full of information and action so let’s take a look at the featured human characters revealed for the Galar region.

Champion Leon- One of the most adored trainers in the Galar region. Most prominent trainer in the region.

Hop- Your rival and the Champion’s younger brother. Dreams to one day become champion like his brother. Starts his journey as a trainer the same day as the protagonist.

Then there are two characters who will offer support to you along your journey.

Professor Magnolia- Specializes in researching the Dynamax phenomenon. She is the Pokemon Professor of the Galar region.

Sonia- Professor Magnolia’s granddaughter and also her assistant.

Pokemon gyms are back! You will need to take these gyms on to  become champion. The gym leaders you meet at these gym locations will have Dynamax Pokemon face off against each other.

Milo- The Grass type gym leader. He enjoys having battles alongside his trustworthy Pokemon.

What do you think about these new characters? Let us know in the comments.